Gallbladder stones in pregnancy and postpartum women: Why they form and how you can prevent them |
Gallbladder stones, or cholelithiasis, are small, hardened deposits that form inside the gallbladder, the small organ that stores bile to aid digestion. While often associated with diet or lifestyle, gallstones are surprisingly common during pregnancy and the months that follow. Many women experience sudden abdominal pain, nausea, or discomfort without realising that these could be…